Description
Book Synopsis: A beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and customs. Through themed meditations, crafts, and rituals, young readers can learn about old and new ways of honoring the seasons—and create their own! "This book is, in a word, immaculate." Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)
Each “spoke” in The Wheel of the Year marks an important turning point: the winter and summer solstices, the spring and fall equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting that arrive in between. Within each section, enjoy:
- An overview of the holiday and its significance in cultures around the world
- A sensory scavenger hunt for sights, sounds, and smells the season
- Ideas for a seasonal altar using objects from nature
- Themed crafts, rituals, games, and recipes
Blending nature connection with art, poetry, and myth, The Wheel of the Year conveys the magic and beauty of ancient traditions and encourages young readers to notice, care for, and celebrate the natural world around them.
Details
Discover the enchanting world of ancient customs and nature-based holidays with The Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Nature's Rhythms. This beautifully illustrated book is a captivating journey through seasonal celebrations and traditions from cultures around the world. Whether you're a young reader or a curious adult, immerse yourself in themed meditations, crafts, and rituals that will deepen your connection with nature.
Immerse your senses in the magic of each season with The Wheel of the Year. With a sensory scavenger hunt for sights, sounds, and smells specific to each holiday, this interactive guide brings the natural world alive. Explore and create a seasonal altar using objects straight from nature, igniting your creativity and connecting you to the earth's rhythms.
Experience the joy of crafting, rituals, games, and recipes that celebrate the turning points of the year. From the winter and summer solstices to the spring and fall equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting, you'll find inspiration and wonder with each turn of the wheel. Dive into the rich traditions of different cultures and learn how they honor and connect with nature in unique ways.
Praised as "immaculate" by Kirkus Reviews, The Wheel of the Year is not just a book—it's a celebration of the natural world. Through art, poetry, and myth, this guide invites you to embrace the magic and beauty of ancient traditions while nurturing a deep appreciation for the environment. Spark the curiosity of young readers and encourage them to take notice, care for, and celebrate the natural world around them.
Don't miss out on this enchanting journey. Start your adventure today with The Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Nature's Rhythms. Click here to learn more and journey through the seasons like never before.
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